This
is the headstock inlay on a custom DC-15
The faceplate is Brazillian Rosewood, binding is Flamed Koa.
The purfling is Maple, Green Abalone, Maple. Logo is Green Abalone.
The
roses are etched Mother of Pearl, the leaves and stems Green
Abalone.
Finish
is heat resistant Pale French Polish.
The
coloring is acheived by laying 4 to 6 coats of French Polish
on,
then,
painting the roses and stems with the appropriate analine dyes,
then 4 to 6 more coats of French Polish.
It's
quite a nice effect.